Comparison between intra-articular injections of corticosteroids, hyaluronic acid, PRP and placebo for thumb base osteoarthritis: A frequentist network meta-analysis.

Background And Aims: Current evidence for the use of intra-articular injections for thumb base osteoarthritis (TBOA) is equivocal. This study aims to investigate the efficacy of intra-articular corticosteroids, hyaluronic acid and platelet-rich plasma.

Methods: A Frequentist network meta-analysis was conducted comparing outcomes at short (≤3 months) and medium-term (>3-12 months) time points.

ChatGPT in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

 Chat Generative Pre-Trained Transformer (ChatGPT) is a versatile large language model-based generative artificial intelligence. It is proficient in a variety of tasks from drafting emails to coding to composing music to passing medical licensing exams. While the potential role of ChatGPT in plastic surgery is promising, evidence-based research is needed to guide its implementation in practice.

Return to sport after surgical repair of the Achilles tendon.

Achilles tendon rupture is among the most common sports injuries. In patients with high functional demands, surgical repair is preferred to facilitate early return to sporting function. This article reviews the literature and provides evidence-based guidance for return to sport after operative management of Achilles tendon rupture.

Intramedullary Headless Screw Fixation of Distal Metacarpal Fractures - the Birmingham Experience.

Surgical fixation using intramedullary headless screws (IHS) is a relatively new technique for metacarpal fracture repair. However, there are very few studies investigating the outcomes of this procedure. We present the surgical and functional outcomes of a consecutive series of 30 metacarpal fractures treated by a single surgeon over a 2.

Nerve wrapping for recurrent compression neuropathy: A systematic review.

Background: The recurrence of symptoms following primary nerve compression surgery can occur in up to 25% of cases. Nerve wrapping can be utilised for revision surgery. An ideal barrier should minimise the chance of fibrosis, scarring and allow for adequate nerve gliding.

Revolution in UK General Practice Due to COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Survey.

Objectives To assess how UK General Practitioners (GPs) and Practice Managers (PMs) have coped with the challenges posed by the coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) pandemic and whether they felt adequately supported by the wider National Health Service (NHS). Methods This is a cross-sectional survey. All GPs and PMs (total 1,354) in Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland (LLR) were invited to participate in an online questionnaire.

Galactorrhea/Galactocele After Breast Augmentation: A Systematic Review.

Aims: To review cases of galactorrhea and galactocele postbreast augmentation, determine possible risk factors and consider management strategies of this rare complication.

Methods: A systematic literature review was conducted in July 2019 searching Pubmed, Embase, and Google Scholar.

Results: The searches revealed 19 articles (17 case reports/series and 2 retrospective chart reviews) collectively comprising 38 women.

Male circumcision for the prevention of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) acquisition: a meta-analysis.

We aimed to assess male circumcision for the prevention of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) acquisition in heterosexual and homosexual men using all available data. A systematic literature review was conducted searching for studies that assessed male circumcision as a method to prevent HIV acquisition in homosexual and/or heterosexual men. PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) and ClinicalTrials.